2000 Acura NSX vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | NSX | Impala |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3100 mm |
